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Legal Assistant

Elder Law GuidanceRichmond, KY, US

Posted 8 hours ago

We’re hiring a Legal Assistant, and you’re definitely going to want to know about this role.

Do these words resonate with you:

INTROSPECTIVE – MATTER OF FACT – ANALYTICAL – FREEDOM FROM OFFICE

POLITICS – CLARITY OF TASKS AND DUTIES – DISCIPLINED – SINCERE – THOROUGH

– CONSCIENTIOUS

If these words resonate with you, you’re gonna love this role and being part of our

team. We are looking for a legal assistant to grow our legal team. When clients hire

us, they are going through an emotionally difficult period in their lives, and our

goal is to help them make their lives better. Our legal assistant will interact and build relationships with clients, while supporting our attorneys with drafting and communication with clients and various professional entities. This position requires empathy, above-average attention to detail, concern for the exact correctness of work, and strong commitment to tasks completed on time.

  • This role will manage specialized work efficiently, with confidence and competence.

  • The person in this position will take work seriously, have a strong sense of duty, and be disciplined. A somewhat faster-than-average pace will be the norm for this position, and detailed, specialized work is the major focus.

  • The person in this position will be provided with clearly defined work, responsibilities, and reporting relationships, and ongoing and thorough training to develop expertise and increase confidence. They will receive frequently expressed appreciation for their competence, conscientiousness, and loyalty.

  • The position will provide security in a stable work environment, allowing the person to plan for, focus on, and complete tasks on hand.

  • The position will generally be task-oriented, requiring someone with a conservative, careful, and cautious approach to work. If this sounds like you, you will play an integral role in creating memorable experiences for clients. This position involves administrative duties related to drafting and case management, as well as interpersonal duties to assist the firm in providing a high standard of service to clients.

  • 1–2 years of experience in a law firm or healthcare setting, with a strong understanding of confidentiality requirements and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

  • Able to meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to comfortably use all Microsoft Office products
  • Some knowledge of legal software, case management, and docketing programs
  • Some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is required
  • Applicants must have excellent communication skills and organizational skills

Compensation

$17 - $18 hourly

We care about clients, not just their cases. Our policies ensure clients receive care and attention at every stage, and when personal needs arise, we do our best to help. This leads to happier clients and a better workplace.

We prioritize both client experience and staff well-being. No overtime or weekend calls are expected, but excellence is required. Team members participate in quarterly retreats, weekly meetings, training, and coaching.

We will ask you to complete a survey and 2nd assessment before meeting face-to-face. We do this to ensure that you are a good fit for the position you are applying for and that you will be happy and invigorated in your role. If you do not wish to complete the next steps, please do not apply.

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